Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Sushi Rice Base

01 - 2 cups sushi rice
02 - 2.5 cups water
03 - 0.25 cup rice vinegar
04 - 2 tablespoons sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Salmon Topping

06 - 450 grams fresh salmon, skinless and boneless
07 - 0.25 cup mayonnaise
08 - 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Garnishes and Finishing

10 - 0.5 cup green onions, chopped
11 - 0.5 cup cucumber, diced
12 - 0.25 cup nori sheets, cut into strips
13 - Soy sauce, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Combine rice and water in a rice cooker or saucepan, then cook according to rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Allow rice to rest, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
02 - In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked and warm rice, ensuring even seasoning.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine diced fresh salmon, mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until the salmon is evenly coated and set aside.
04 - Grease a 33 x 23 cm baking dish. Spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly across the bottom, pressing lightly to form a compact layer. Evenly distribute the spicy salmon mixture over the rice.
05 - Preheat the oven to 190°C. Bake the assembled dish for 20–25 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the top develops a slight golden color. Allow to cool for several minutes after baking.
06 - Sprinkle chopped green onions, diced cucumber, and nori strips across the surface. Slice and serve with soy sauce on the side.

# Notes:

01 - For optimal flavor, gently fold the rice seasoning into the grains to maintain the sushi rice’s delicate texture.